Journalist

Mateo

Mateo Garcia is a journalist at CryptoSpinners, where he covers developments across the iGaming and betting industry with a focus on clarity, accuracy, and industry insight. He graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Mass Media, and discovered his passion for storytelling early on while contributing to his school newspaper.

Before joining CryptoSpinners in September 2025, Mateo worked as a freelance writer on Upwork, where he developed a versatile portfolio spanning digital media and online betting content. Over the past two years, he has specialized in covering trends, platform reviews, regulatory updates, and emerging technologies within the iGaming space. Outside of journalism, he stays active on the tennis and badminton courts, bringing the same focus and competitive spirit to sport as he does to his writing.

9 articles written | Author since 2026

Mateo's Professional Experience

CryptoSpinners

Journalist

Sep 2025 – Present

Upwork

Freelance writer

Apr 2022 – Jun 2024

Mateo's Education & Certifications

Bachelor’s in Political Science

University City, Pedro de Alba, Nuevo León

Mateo's Latest Posts

Polygon Overtakes Ethereum in Fee Race, thanks to Polymarket

Polygon has overtaken Ethereum in daily transaction fees, a rare shift in on-chain dominance. The spike is closely tied to explosive activity on prediction market Polymarket. Here’s what’s really driving the numbers and why it matters.

Mateo 17/02/2026

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Michael Saylor Doubles Down as Strategy Buys More Bitcoin

Michael Saylor is back in the headlines after Strategy added more Bitcoin, even as unrealized losses surged past $5 billion. The move has sparked debate across crypto and equity markets. Read on to see why this matters for Bitcoin holders and crypto investors in general.

Mateo 09/02/2026

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Bitwise Files for First Spot Uniswap ETF With SEC

Bitwise has taken another bold step into crypto ETFs by filing for a spot Uniswap ETF with the US regulator. While the move signals growing interest in DeFi, the UNI token reacted sharply. Read on to see what this filing really means.

Mateo 06/02/2026

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michael saylor strategy notes 12.4b loss due to btc drop

Strategy Takes $12.4B Hit as Bitcoin Drops Below Cost Basis

Strategy’s Bitcoin-heavy balance sheet took a massive hit in Q4 after BTC prices slid sharply. The loss has reignited debate around corporate crypto exposure. Read on to see what really happened.

Mateo 06/02/2026

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Ripple Backs Hyperliquid to Boost Institutional DeFi Access

Ripple is stepping deeper into decentralized finance by supporting Hyperliquid, a fast-growing onchain liquidity platform. The move targets institutional players while signaling broader DeFi adoption. Read on to see why this matters.

Mateo 04/02/2026

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aave founder buys 30 million london mansion

Aave Founder Buys $30M London Mansion

Stani Kulechov, the founder of DeFi giant Aave, has made headlines after purchasing a luxury mansion in London’s Notting Hill. The deal highlights how crypto fortunes are moving into real-world assets as markets mature. Read on to see why this purchase matters beyond real estate buzz.

Mateo 03/02/2026

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TeraWulf’s Clean Energy Pivot Signals a Bigger Vision

TeraWulf is no longer just about mining Bitcoin. By locking in cheap, clean power and expanding its energy footprint, the company is setting itself up for a future that includes AI, data centers, and utility-scale infrastructure. Here’s why this shift is catching investor attention and what it means for crypto.

Mateo 03/02/2026

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billy markus criticizes buterin's creator coin

Dogecoin Founder Slams Vitalik’s Creator Coin Proposal

Ethereum creator Vitalik Buterin has proposed a new way to rethink creator coins. But Dogecoin co-founder Markus wasted no time shutting it down. Here’s why the debate matters. Read on.

Mateo 02/02/2026

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